Video: Ed Talk How High-Quality Science Programs Can Improve Reading and Math Scores
On average, students in grades 3-8 are behind in reading in math. High-quality science programs like Smithsonian Science for the Classroom can improve students’ reading, math, and science scores. Elements of High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM) in a science classroom include: • Problem/phenomena-driven student work• Coherent sequence of lessons• Grade-appropriate knowledge/skills being targeted• Inclusive design• External […]
Summer School Engineering with Smithsonian Science
Bring the power of the Smithsonian into your summer program through engaging, problem-based modules that will improve reading and math while making science fun!
3 Tips for Closing Your Science Classroom
3 Tips for Closing Your Science Classroom 01 Inventory and Kit Cleanup Save time and money with these inventory tips! → 02 Kit Storage View replacement and storage tips for your totes. → 03 Carolina Science Online (CSO) Preparing your CSO account for the summer is fairly maintenance free. → Congratulations on the completion of […]
Read Like a Scientist | Whitepaper
Teaching science provides an opportunity to meet English Language Arts (ELA) standards and improve reading skills. When you tie language and literacy instruction to science, your students develop disciplinary core understanding while following their curiosity about phenomena. Download PDF Ask students to name their favorite school subject. One might say reading. Others might say science, […]
Games and Simulations in the Classroom | Whitepaper
How interactive media can demonstrate scientific phenomena and enhance the educational experience Download PDF By Ryan Seymour, Lead Digital Producer, andReuben Brenner-Adams, Interactive DeveloperSmithsonian Science Education Center During the COVID-19 pandemic, educators relied more heavily on digital games and simulations as teaching tools as many classrooms shifted to remote learning (Favis 2020). However, games and […]
Thinking Like an Engineer | Whitepaper
How all elementary students can learn to solve problems like an engineer Download PDF By Theresa GreenNational Science Foundation InternSmithsonian Science Education Center Engineers employ ways of thinking that help them solve problems, advancing technology and improving society. These ways of thinking can be introduced into elementary (grades K–5) classrooms to help all students think […]
Making Sense of Student Sensemaking | Whitepaper
How teachers can leverage the wealth of knowledge students bring to the classroom Download PDF By Mary E. ShortScience Curriculum DeveloperSmithsonian Science Education Center Students enter classrooms equipped with a rich foundation of skills and knowledge from their everyday experiences. High-quality science education builds on students’ wealth of experience in making sense of the world. […]
3D Science Assessment in K–5 Classrooms | Whitepaper
3-D Science Assessment in K–5 Classrooms Download PDF Assessment: the means used to measure the achievements of students with regard to important competencies—National Research Council of the National Academies A Framework for K–12 Science Education (NRC 2012, 260) When teachers are asked for their thoughts on assessment, opinions range from it being a valuable tool […]